I'm a great fan of Andy Goldsworthy. He would like the stack you've shared. I sent you a question once to learn if you knew (or were) the person who
did this remarkable job.
I'm sorry I don't have the answer for you.
[Edited on 10-17-2006 by vgabndo]
Al G - 10-16-2006 at 08:25 PM
WoW...cannot imagine how long that took. I see no mortar so a great deal of skill is needed.
It is beautiful.vgabndo - 10-16-2006 at 09:39 PM
You're right Al, no glue! Some people cheat.
vgabndo - 10-16-2006 at 09:46 PM
Back to Baja. This friction piece in my yard in San Nicolas stood for 28 days before I saw a very surprised paloma try to land on top.
Cardon - 10-16-2006 at 10:01 PM
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Originally posted by vgabndo
I sent you a question once to learn if you knew (or were) the person who did this remarkable job.
[Edited on 10-17-2006 by vgabndo]
I don't know who made it but would like to find out. I hope he makes more.Dave - 10-16-2006 at 10:49 PM
I'm not trying to be picky but I don't think that would be classified as an arch, would it?
Beautiful, though.Frank - 10-16-2006 at 11:11 PM
Master mason or should beDENNIS - 10-17-2006 at 08:11 AM
Kinda wish someone had thrown a beer can or two on the ground around these sculptures to give them scale. Amazing works of art and engineering.vgabndo - 10-17-2006 at 08:23 AM
Dennis: I'm just a beginner. the two of mine are less than five feet tall. The five columns, I believe, are in New Zealand and were a major
municipal commission. She uses heavy equipment, and mechanical fasteners. Say 25 feet.
I've done single stacks to higher than I could reach, but they don't last long since the dynamics of the counterbalancing become more complex with
each stone. Often the first good breath of wind returns them to nature!
Incidentally, I object to painting on any rock that isn't on my own property, and certainly wouldn't do it there.Al G - 10-17-2006 at 08:33 AM
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Originally posted by DENNIS
Kinda wish someone had thrown a beer can or two on the ground around these sculptures to give them scale. Amazing works of art and engineering.
Everytime I brag, sorta, I get slapped down. As a cabinetmaker it appears to be 6' 6" high 40-42" wide and sure looks like an arch with a symmetrical
circular orifice through it.vgabndo - 10-17-2006 at 04:41 PM
Was I bragging? Didn't mean to! Sorry Albert. Just Google rock stacking to see how insignificant my stuff is. (Or look at the arch that started
this thread.DENNIS - 10-17-2006 at 04:48 PM
Al ---
You're a woodworker so I know you will appreciate this. Anybody else as well.
I came across this wood carvers site and am amazed at what I found. Unbelieveable.
liviodemarchi.com
Im not trying to hijack the thread .... it's all in the realm of art appreciation.Al G - 10-17-2006 at 04:53 PM
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Originally posted by vgabndo
Was I bragging? Didn't mean to! Sorry Albert. Just Google rock stacking to see how insignificant my stuff is. (Or look at the arch that started
this thread.
Sorry Vag... not you...I was referring to myself trying to dimension the first pic for Dennis. I think your efforts are great, wish I had the time. I
waste all of mine on the net chasing one pipe dream after another.Al G - 10-17-2006 at 05:15 PM
Great stuff Dennis...I really admire wood artisans.
I am afraid I am to contemporary. I can make fine furniture, but my dreams do not surpass that.DENNIS - 10-17-2006 at 05:22 PM
Al ---
What could be better than sitting on a fine chair with your feet propped up with a case of cold Pacifico?
DennisAl G - 10-17-2006 at 05:30 PM
Man we think to much alike.Al G - 10-17-2006 at 05:31 PM
Darn see what you did...Had to go open one...DENNIS - 10-17-2006 at 05:35 PM
Jeezo..... Do you still open them one at a time?Al G - 10-17-2006 at 05:39 PM
Now your are trying to intimidate me. Bruce R Leech - 10-17-2006 at 05:43 PM
